Opinions wanted on optimax and hydrostream boat

[fullshift]

OK I will try again why not.
Are the 08/09 hydrostream voyagers well constructed comfortable boats?
Are the 250xs and 300xs optimax's dependable motors?
Is the fuel economy much different between a 200 and 300 at cruising speeds

[triumph3434]

So on the 2008 they Blew the motor in 17 hours? Why the 2012 motor?

So obviously it would be better to have the newer boat and the bigger motor. Is it worth 3,500 more.... The newer motor might hold its value better for when you plan to resell.

As you describe how you are going to use it, you likely dont need the bigger motor at all. "Ski, tube, fast blast once in a while". 250 should be fine.

But, it the 2008 a better Value?